Athletic Trainer, Collegiate Sports
Job Details
Athletic Trainer, Collegiate Sports
Job ID: 299891
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
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Job Summary
Supervises the comprehensive medical care of assigned students and/or student athletes. Provides medical coverage for department or athletic events. Supervises Athletic Trainer Interns and student athletic trainers in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides comprehensive prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and daily healthcare for assigned students and/or student-athletes
- Maintains accurate and HIPAA-compliant medical records for all assigned individuals
- Completes administrative duties as assigned by departmental leadership
- Develops and enforces institutional policies related to the medical care of students and student-athletes
- Maintains consistent and effective communication with medical personnel and athletic department staff
- Serves as a subject matter expert on relevant aspects of Athletic Training services
- Educates students and athletes on injury management, concussion protocols, at-home care, and rehabilitation procedures
- Designs and implements individualized rehabilitation and injury prevention plans based on each student's needs and goals
- Refers students and athletes to appropriate healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care when necessary
- Reviews and updates relevant policies, procedures, treatment protocols, and standing medical orders
- Collaborates with appropriate personnel to develop and maintain Emergency Action Plans for all athletic facilities
- Manages inventory and ensures proper maintenance of medical supplies, equipment, AEDs, medical kits, supplements, and Athletic Training Room (ATR) cleanliness and organization
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Athletic Training or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid, and unrestricted drivers' license
State of Georgia Athletic Training Licensure
NATABOC Certification
First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience
Experience in collegiate sports athletic training or rehabilitation
Previous relevant experience in athletic training in a post-secondary level program or professional training in a related sports program
Proposed Salary
The budgeted salary is $55,000 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more!
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